60s Motown: When an independent Detroit record label ruled the world
60s Motown: When an independent Detroit record label ruled the world
Motown put talent at the top of its agenda, then set about directing it. The label quickly signed artists who would make a huge impact. Gordy had written hits for Jackie Wilson in the 50s and knew something about what made great records, so his A&R instincts were strong.
Motown had an apparently endless supply of talent on its doorstep in Detroit, and, once established, artists beat a path to the company’s door, knowing they’d get a hearing. – by Ian McCann / U Discover Music
